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Episode 8 - McCandles Family Reunion Nov 18, 2021

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Listen to our LIVE show from the Cowboy Channel Justin Boots studio as we celebrate the 50th anniversary of the release of Big Jake. We were lucky to have Patrick Wayne, Ethan Wayne, and Chris Mitchum with a live studio audience.

The three reflect on their time on set and take questions from the studio audience.

Patrick Wayne discusses John Wayne’s presence on set and his work ethic, how John Wayne won the Dog from the film in a poker game, and working with his brothers and dad on the film. Chris Mitchum discusses the casting process and how he was honored when Duke asked him to play his son. Ethan Wayne remembers taking directions from his dad as an 8 year old on set.

This is a really fun episode and we were so lucky to get these three together to celebrate this great John Wayne film!

Thank you to Cowboy Channel and RFDtv for hosting this special event for us.

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Episode 7 - Randy Savvy Nov 10, 2021

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Meet Randy Savvy from the Compton Cowboys. Randy is the leader of the Compton Cowboys and the Director of the Compton Jr. Equestrians.

Did you know Compton is an equestrian city? Randy tells us the history of the Richland Farms section of Compton and their equestrian culture. When crime started becoming more prevalent in Compton, his family was faced with a decision: leave or stay? They decided they were not only going to stay but they were going to give back to their community and do their best to create a change in their community.

Randy’s aunt started the Compton Jr Posse, a children’s equestrian program that teaches children responsibility through horses. When his aunt retired, Randy took over as Director and rebranded it to the Compton Jr Equestrians.

When Hollywood started looking for black cowboys, they reached out to Randy and his friends for more and more opportunities and the Compton Cowboys were born. The Compton Cowboys have appeared in ads for Guiness, Ariat, Boot Barn, Adidas, and more.

Randy also talks about all of the future projects he has in the works and his plans to represent the black cowboy across all forms of media. He released a single called Colorblind with Dr. Dre and explains the process of meeting and working with one of the greatest producers of all time.

You can watch the interview with Ethan and Randy here: https://vimeo.com/644577506

You can follow Randy here: www.instagram.com/randysavvy

Follow the Compton Cowboys here: www.instagram.com/comptoncowboys

Get more information on the Compton Cowboys here: www.comptoncowboys.com

And more information on the Compton Jr Equestrians here: https://www.comptonjrequestrians.org/

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Episode 6 - Bob O'Hill Nov 04, 2021

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When John Wayne asks if you want to go to Mexico on the Wild Goose… you go.

Bob O’Hill is another very close Wayne family friend. His older sister, Koi, was best friends with John Wayne’s wife, Pilar. Bob was around for a lot of fun adventures in Newport and on the Wild Goose and has an amazing memory full of great stories!

We are lucky enough to have Marisa Wayne join in on this episode, as well. Bob takes us all the way back to his very first memory with John Wayne. He tells stories of driving in the station wagon (that’s on display now at John Wayne: An American Experience) and Duke’s more playful side.

What was it like sharing your opposing political views with Duke during contentious times, like the Vietnam war? You might be surprised to hear Bob’s answer. He remembers Duke being genuinely curious as to Bob’s views and not judging him or putting him down for having a different opinion.

In this episode, you really get a good understanding of the type of man John Wayne was behind closed doors and we hope you enjoy listening to all of Bob’s great memories with him!

Episode 5 - Tom Saftig Oct 28, 2021

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If you want to hear some never before heard stories about John Wayne, then this is the episode for you! Who else knows you better than your best friend? Ernie Saftig was one of John Wayne’s longest and closest friends. Ernie was there for many big life events including when Duke met his wife, Pilar, acquiring the Wild Goose, filming the Alamo, and raising their children together.

Today, we have the pleasure of sitting down with Ernie’s son, Tom Saftig. Tom and his family were around for so many great times with the Wayne family, including traveling on the Wild Goose, filming The Alamo, and life in Newport Beach.

Tom tells the story about how his father helped John Wayne acquire the Wild Goose. Ethan and Tom also remember the fun times on the boat including their fathers’ love for card games on the Wild Goose and Tom remembers playing Duke in a game of chess while Duke was also deep in a game of Bridge.

Ernie helped Duke in a lot of movies and in The Alamo, Tom got his chance to help Uncle Duke. Find out how he missed his big Hollywood moment!

Tom remembers how thoughtful John Wayne was with a story about a trip to Dallas where Duke and Ernie ended up bringing him back a Dallas Cowboys warm up jacket from Bob Lilley and Ralph Neely! Every teenager’s dream.

Ernie and Duke were big fans of the ocean and Ethan and Tom remember their father’s boats and how they carried that on.

This is a really great episode and we hope you enjoy listening to two family friends catching up!

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Episode 4 - Marisa Wayne Oct 21, 2021

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What’s it like seeing your dad get shot on a huge screen? Terrifying. That's what happens when you're John Wayne's daughter! On this week’s episode of the John Wayne Gritcast, Ethan Wayne talks with little sister, Marisa Wayne.

The two talk about growing up in Newport Beach with their iconic father and then what life was like after losing him. Marisa shares some of her favorite memories with her dad, including attending his last Oscars appearance with him,

Marisa also shares some of the lessons her father taught her. Including how to treat people around you and what happens when you don’t clean your room on the Wild Goose!

The two enjoy some laughs sharing old memories at Ethan’s kitchen table. Find out how they reconnected after their father passed away, some of their favorite foods that remind them of their dad, and what kind of babysitter Ethan was to Marisa’s children!

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Episode 3 - Pilar Wayne Oct 14, 2021

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In this episode of the John Wayne Gritcast, Ethan Wayne sits down with his mother, Pilar Wayne. Pilar & Ethan are also joined by Marisa and the three sit down at Pilar’s dining room table and discuss her very interesting life.

She details her earliest memories of growing up in Peru, witnessing the loss of her father, and having to go to work to help support her family. She also talks about meeting John Wayne and how the two fell madly in love.

What was it like being married to John Wayne? She discusses getting married in Hawaii and how she wanted to be a mother. She also talks about her relationship with John Wayne’s oldest children and having a blended family. She also details traveling around the world so the family could be together on set and life on the Wild Goose.

Pilar also answers questions from the fans like what are the challenges being married to a movie star, her favorite John Wayne film, and her secret to a long and happy life.

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Episode 2 - Patrick Wayne - Part 2 Oct 07, 2021

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In this episode, Ethan continues his conversation with Patrick Wayne where they share their own experiences in Hollywood, their family memories, and answer some fun questions about their lives and the life of their father, John Wayne. We are also lucky enough to have Marisa Wayne join the conversation!

The three continue the conversation from Episode 1 by hearing how Patrick got started acting with John Wayne and how John Ford gave him his first job. From Rio Grande, to The Quiet Man, to Big Jake, Patrick recounts fun memories on set.

What was it like growing up with the Wayne siblings? They discuss growing up in a blended family and how John Wayne raised them all to be very close. Patrick tells the story of how Ethan tricked him and it ended up bringing the family closer together. They also discuss how Patrick stepped in and looked after them after their father, John Wayne, passed away.

Patrick, Marisa, and Ethan answer fun questions about different topics including what actors they would want to play them in a movie based on their families’ lives, their favorite lines they have delivered, their favorite movies to watch, and find out their favorite Hollywood co-workers!

Finally, we hear how Patrick has reacted to the rise in technology through the years and how he thinks John Wayne would react to social media.

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Episode 1 - Patrick Wayne - Part 1 Sep 29, 2021

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Welcome to our first episode of the John Wayne Gritcast with our first guest, Patrick Wayne! Patrick Wayne is John Wayne’s third oldest child and appeared in eleven films with his dad. He and host, Ethan Wayne, are also joined by another special guest, Marisa Wayne.

The three reflect on life with their father, John Wayne, and exchange fun stories! Including memories of filming the mudslide scene from McLintock!, Patrick’s first road trip with Ethan & Marisa’s mother, Pilar, and what happened when John Wayne dropped Ethan off to stay with Patrick while he was filming the Bears and I.

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Coming Soon: The John Wayne Gritcast! Sep 22, 2021

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Every Thursday, join host Ethan Wayne as he discusses the classic icon and the Americana he continues to inspire!

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